Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
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Eric Morton

Katy,TX

Summary

Police officer with proven leadership skills and a strong commitment to mentoring junior officers. Recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion in law enforcement. Expertise in critical thinking, emergency response, and effective communication fosters strong community relationships. Adaptable team player, dedicated to enhancing collaboration within the department and with the public.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Officer

City of Pearland
Pearland, TX
10.1996 - Current
  • Designed comprehensive curricula for diverse training programs across multiple disciplines.
  • Emergency Driving Instructor emergency driving techniques, improving participant response capabilities.
  • Firearms instructor conducted firearms training, ensuring operational safety and proficiency for all personnel.
  • Served as Major Crimes Detective for four years, handling complex investigations.
  • K9 officer for eight and a half years.
  • Mentored new recruits as Field Training Officer, strengthening field readiness and skills.
  • Executed commercial vehicle enforcement operations to verify compliance and safety.

Police Officer

City Of Friendswood
Friendswood, TX
05.1994 - 10.1996
  • Conducted crime scene investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
  • Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch for reported crimes and emergencies.
  • Executed searches for missing persons utilizing diverse investigative techniques.
  • Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, and radar guns to complete job duties.
  • Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
  • Advised citizens on safety precautions and preventive measures against crime.
  • Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Alvin Community College Police Academy
Alvin, Texas
04-1993

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, TX
12-1992

Some College (No Degree) - Masters Degree Criminal Justice

Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Alvin Community College
Alvin, Texas

Skills

  • Criminal investigation
  • Evidence collection
  • Emergency driving
  • K9 operations
  • Field training
  • Report writing
  • Team leadership
  • Risk assessment
  • Situational awareness
  • Decision making
  • Public speaking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Firearms training
  • Community engagement
  • Problem solving
  • Leadership skills
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Crisis intervention and deescalation

Affiliations

  • Soccer Coach
  • Bass fishing
  • Hiking
  • Mountain Biking

Accomplishments

  • Officer of the Year 2007
  • Detective of the Year 2015
  • Officer of the Year 2000
  • Division Officer of the Year 2024
  • Numerous unit citations

Certification

  • Master Police Officer

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Police Officer

City of Pearland
10.1996 - Current

Police Officer

City Of Friendswood
05.1994 - 10.1996

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Alvin Community College Police Academy

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Houston-Downtown

Some College (No Degree) - Masters Degree Criminal Justice

Tarleton State University

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Alvin Community College

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